Best secondary schools in Newport (a guide for families)
If you’ve got children of high-school age and are considering a move to Newport, you’re no doubt wondering which secondary schools are the best.
Compare My Move recently released some handy data revealing key facts about Newport’s schools, making the decision a lot easier.
Combining this information with our own local expertise, we’ve created this list of the top 5 best schools in Newport.
Let’s dive in:
1. Bassaleg School
Located in one of Newport’s most popular residential areas, Bassaleg School accommodates around 1,750 students across eight years, with students ranging between ages 11 and 18.
The school takes a modern approach to the educational experience for parents, with the ability to streamline absences, appointments and school meal payments via their app.
In terms of results, 75.8% of Bassaleg’s pupils achieved 5+ GCSEs graded between four and nine last year, which is almost 20% above the national average.
Here’s some information about house prices in the area:
Average cost to buy: £283,584
Average cost to rent: £957 PCM
2. St Joseph’s R.C. High School
Located in Duffryn, St Joseph’s is another high-performing school, receiving excellent scores across the board during its last inspection.
The school has around 1,500 pupils aged between 11 and 18, and has recently moved to more modern buildings to improve comfort and learning quality.
According to reports, St Joseph’s excels in Care, Guidance and Support, demonstrating an ongoing commitment to protecting and nurturing pupil progression.
The stats are equally impressive, with 65.6% of students gaining 5+ GCSEs with grades between four and nine last year, which is 9% higher than the national average.
Here’s some information about house prices in the area:
Average cost to buy: £198,500[1]
Average cost to rent: £795 PCM[2]
3. Caerleon Comprehensive School
Caerleon Comprehensive was rated the 6th best secondary school in Wales by WalesOnline, making it a top choice for residents of Caerleon, Ponthir and Langstone.
With around 1,500 students, including those in sixth form, the school has great facilities and a broad curriculum, being the only school in Newport offering the option to study German.
Caerleon Comprehensive proves its quality with 76% of its students achieving 5+ GSCEs at grades four to nine in the previous year.
Here’s some information about house prices in the area:
Average cost to buy: £301,035
Average cost to rent: £910 PCM
4. The John Frost School
Another option in the Southwest Newport area is the John Frost School, which houses over 1,400 students of ages 11 to 18.
The school provides an extensive curriculum and is well-known for providing lots of extracurricular activities too.
During its last Estyn assessment, the school scored ‘Good’ in several areas, including ‘Wellbeing & Attitudes to Learning’, ‘Care, Support & Guidance’, and ‘Leadership & Management’.
It also has a dedicated facility for autistic students, which is currently used by around 20 students.
Here’s some information about house prices in the area:
Average cost to buy: £198,500[3]
Average cost to rent: £795 PCM[4]
5. Newbridge School
Newbridge School is slightly further afield, sitting about 10 miles northwest of Newport.
As a result, the school is a lot less crowded, with just under 1,000 students aged 11 to 16. It’s also the only school on the list that doesn’t have a sixth form, hence there are no 17 or 18 year old students.
The school scored ‘Good’ overall in its last Estyn review, with 44% of its students securing 5+ GCSEs grades between A and A* in 2022. These students scored particularly well in science, history and geography.
Here’s some information about house prices in the area:
Average cost to buy: £179,869
Average cost to rent: £527 PCM
Wrap up
For those relocating to Newport, you’ll be pleased to know that there are many good schools in the area.
Having an idea about where you’d like to enrol your children can help you narrow your search for home.
If you need some guidance, or perhaps some information about nurseries, primary schools and universities, we can answer any question you have about moving to Newport.
And, if you’re looking to buy, sell or rent in Newport, we have a dedicated branch in the area. Say hello to a member of the James Douglas Newport team today!
5. Newbridge School
Do you have other children that are nursery or primary school age and would like to know more about the top nursery’s and primary schools available in Newport? Check out our other blogs ‘The Best Nursery’s in Newport for Families Moving to the Area’ and ‘The Best Primary Schools in Newport for Families Moving to the Area’.
If you are interested in renting, buying or selling a property in Newport contact a member of our James Douglas Newport team here.
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